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Provider information and services
SNCB
About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
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SNCB: NMBS/SNCB is Belgium's national rail company. It was founded in 1926 and has been steadily expanding ever since. NMBS/SNCB is responsible for transporting over 200 million passengers every year on both national routes and on the Belgian legs of international journeys across mainland Europe.
Important: From 1 July 2026, SNCB tickets will no longer be available to buy on board. To avoid a fine of up to €500, make sure you book your ticket before you travel. You can book your SNCB ticket in advance with Omio.
NMBS/SNCB Ticket Types
There are two main ticket types when you travel with NMBS/SNCB: first and second class. First-class carriages are differentiated from Second-class on the exterior of the train by a yellow band. Inside, first class offers more legroom and a quieter environment. It is possible to upgrade your ticket onboard if there are First-class seats still available.
Tickets are often cheaper when bought in advance.
Popular Routes in Belgium
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Train from Brussels to Bruges |
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Train from Brussels to Ghent |
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Train from Brussels to Antwerp |
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Train from Bruges to Ghent |
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Train from Charleroi to Brussels |
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Train from Brussels to Liege |
NMBS/SNCB FAQS
What Services to SNCB offer onboard and at Stations?
There is a wide variety of different options when you travel with NMBS/SNCB. Book a single ticket, a return, or a connection. Opt for a three-course meal on board the train, or just purchase something from the refreshment trolley as it passes.
There are not usually designated NMBS/SNCB lounges at stations; however, as this is the national rail provider in Belgium customers are always free to make use of the station lounge when they make their journey to, or from any station in Belgium and beyond with NMBS/SNCB. Sometimes, but not always, there will be WiFi, both on board the train and at the station which passengers can take advantage of for free
Can Children Travel for Free on SNCB?
- Children under 12 can travel for free when accompanied with an adult — valid in both travel classes and no extra ticket is needed.
- An Adult can take up to 4 children on board free of charge
- Children traveling alone will need their own ticket but it is half price of a normal ticket.
Can Pets travel on SNCB trains?
- Small pets in baskets, cages or boxes no bigger than 30cm x 55cm x 30cm can travel for free.
- Guide Dogs or Assistance dogs travel for free.
- € 3 for animals on a lead with a pet ticket.
- Dogs don't have to wear muzzles but conductors may request that you apply one to your dog.
- Pets are not allowed on seats and must not cause inconvience to other passengers.
Is there assistance for people with disabilities on SNCB trains?
- If you need assistance is it best to contact SNCB at least 48 hours before your journey.
- If you have a visual impairment of 90% then you are entitled to free travel in 2nd class.
- Carers can also travel for free when a Free Carer Card is present. They must be traveling with the person they are assisting for the card to be valid.
Popular SNCB routes
Paris to Ypres train
from £35
Direct trains available
1h48 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
- Eurostar
- Intercity
- SNCF | TGV INOUI
London to Luxembourg train
from £51
Direct trains available
4h33 average duration
4trains per day
Served by
- Eurostar
- Intercity
- Deutsche Bahn
Aachen to Paris train
from £61
Direct trains available
2h49 average duration
6trains per day
Served by
- Eurostar
- Intercity
- Deutsche Bahn
Ypres to Paris train
from £11
Direct trains available
1h38 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
- Intercity
- SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
- SNCF | TGV INOUI
- Eurostar
- SNCB
Luxembourg to London train
from £54
Direct trains available
5h02 average duration
5trains per day
Served by
- Eurostar
- CFL
- Intercity
- SNCB
Paris Gare du Nord to Antwerp-Central train
from £35
Direct trains available
2h06 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
- Eurostar
- Alibus
- Regional
SNCB FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with SNCB: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more
You can travel with SNCB across Belgium, connecting cities like Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, and Bruges, and also to international destinations such as Paris, Amsterdam, and Cologne.
SNCB, the National Railway Company of Belgium, operates from various stations across Belgium including major ones like Brussels Central, Brussels Midi, and Antwerp Central.
When traveling with SNCB, a passport is generally required for international travel, but for domestic travel within Belgium, a valid ID such as a national identity card is sufficient.
Refundable tickets with SNCB include the "Standard Ticket" if cancellation occurs before the day of travel, and the "Weekend Ticket" if canceled prior to the first day of validity.
station information and facilities
Most popular SNCB train stations
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
3 km
Number of platforms
36Wifi
- Free
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque
Dining
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected]
WC
- €0.70
Hotel
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
Bike Parking
- 1200 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
Public transport options for Paris Gare du Nord
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day Tickets bought in advance online or from South Western Railway telesales can be collected at Ticket Office or at Self-Serve Ticket Machines.
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: A wide range of shops including convenience store, supermarket, pharmacy, newsagent, bookseller, clothing, gifts, travel accessories and passport photobooth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The entrance to the public toilets is on the main concourse opposite platform 18, and these facilities have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. There is a another accessible toilet outside exit 3 operated by a RADAR key
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Cycle storage is located outside exit 3 on Station Approach / Cab Road
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for London Waterloo
- Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl.gov.uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
- Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl.gov.uk).
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
Wifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours
Dining
- Smullers
- Albert Heijn to go
- Starbucks
- La Place
- Julia's
- Ekmekci
- LEON
- The Doner Company
- StationsHuiskamer
- De Broodzaak
- & more
Accessibility
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance
Hotel
- Rotterdam Marriott Hotel
- Layin’ Rotterdam Central
- Hostel Ani & Haakien
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00
Information Desk
- Located inside the central hall
Public transport options for Rotterdam Centraal
- Subway lines: D, E
- Bus lines: 33, 34, 38, 39, 40, 44, 48
- Tram lines: 4, 7, 8, 12, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25
- Train lines: NS Intercity, NS Intercity Direct, NS Sprinter, NS Nachtnet, Thalys, Eurostar
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